The "man behind the curtain" is a phrase that invokes memories of The Wizard of Oz, a scene where the trusty watchdog named Toto pulls the curtain back to reveal the man behind this frightening persona. In 1974, the Pittsburgh Steelers discovered their own man behind the curtain—a second-round draft pick from Kent State named Jack Lambert—who would punish ball carriers who … [Read more...]
The Pittsburgh Punisher: A T.J. Watt Rookie Card Review
Trent Jordan Watt is the youngest of three football playing brothers.He followed his two older brothers footsteps and suited up and stepped on the gridiron at the University of Wisconsin.Although he's now known as an All-Pro, All-World outside linebacker, he actually started his college career as a tight end.The Pewaukee, Wisconsin native suffered a serious knee injury in 2014 … [Read more...]